Final Phase of Debris Removal Underway in Telangana Tunnel Collapse Rescue Efforts

Brief by Shorts91NewsDesk / 03:35am on 06 Mar 2025,Thursday India

Rescue operations have intensified following the collapse of the Srisailam Left Bank Canal (SLBC) tunnel in Telangana, where eight workers, including two engineers, remain trapped. Specialized machinery and expert teams, including those from the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) and South Central Railway (SCR), are engaged in clearing the final 40-50 meters of debris to reach the trapped individuals. The BRO has confirmed the stabilization of the tunnel site, allowing for safer debris removal operations. Despite these efforts, challenges persist due to waterlogging and structural complexities within the tunnel. Authorities continue dewatering processes and structural assessments to facilitate the rescue mission.

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